The Chelsea legend has become player-owner with US club Phoenix Rising

Chelsea legend Didier Drogba gets hero's welcome as he touches down in Phoenix

The 39-year-old, who is fourth on Chelsea's all-time top scorers list with 164 goals, touched down in Arizona to a hero's welcome as fans posed for pictures with the Ivorian at Sky Harbor International Airport.

Drogba is set to be presented to a full compliment of fans on Sunday, when Phoenix play Swope Park Rangers - he is not likely to play.

Drogba said: "It's going to be an amazing time here.

"I'm happy to be here and it's an amazing welcome from the fans.

"I can't wait to get started and to see the stadium [and] to see my team-mates."